How We Surprised Super Dad on Father’s Day

How We Surprised Super Dad on Father’s Day

My husband’s birthday always falls just days before or after Father’s Day. This year, for his 45th birthday, I wanted to do something extra special for the greatest man in the world. So, we planned the biggest surprise we could and somehow, kept it a secret (which is a miracle because I’m the worst when it comes to surprises).

I mentioned that I wanted to put together a picnic with lots of yummy, fresh salads. I may also have mentioned that we would be having this “picnic” just down the street from our house. BUT… the night before, I booked a room in a new hotel on our favorite beach and made plans for what would be the best 24 hour getaway.

While he took the kids to church, I prepared a number of different foods that included: Pesto Pasta, Cilantro Lime Shrimp Salad, Caprese Sandwiches, Cucumber and Tomato Salad and a fruit tart and cannolis for dessert! I packed an overnight bag for everyone and hid it in the closet. When they got home, I snuck the bag into the back of the car and told them to get dressed for Dad’s Surprise Day of Adventures.

They all got into the car, not knowing where we were headed. I love surprises.

When we got off of the highway, there were signs everywhere that said the name of the beach. I tried to distract him so that it would be a surprise but eventually, he started to recognize where we were. And although he knew where we were headed, he still had no idea that we would be staying there over night.

And then… we pulled up to the front of this incredible hotel and I yelled “WE’RE HERE!”. When the valet opened the door, I told him we were checking in and my husband’s confused look was priceless. I headed around to the back of the car, grabbed the suitcase and he was in shock. He couldn’t believe that I had pulled this off. My girls couldn’t believe that I had packed their bathing suits and goggles and that we would be spending 24 hours in this gorgeous resort. Mission surprise accomplished!

The view from our room was literally the sand and ocean. There was nothing in between us and the private beach. It was magical. We had a little balcony with a table and chairs where I set up our little picnic. We ate and listed to the waves. I couldn’t stop smiling. Giving my husband this 24 hour getaway was so important. He does so much for us and he deserved to be at his favorite place in the world.

After lunch, everyone rushed to get their suits on and they headed down to the beach. Iyla was excited to find a shell that resembled a unicorn’s horn. It’s the little things in life that make her happy. There were baby jellyfish everywhere so we had to be careful. I’ve never been stung by one but wasn’t about to start. So we decided to head to the pool instead.

It didn’t take long for them to get into that pool and it was hours before I got them out. There was a lot of jumping, flipping and laughing.

Luckily we had plenty of leftovers from lunch to fill our bellies before getting a good night sleep. In the morning, we had breakfast in the hotel (yum) and then it was back out to the beach and the pool while I got everything packed up and ready to head back home.

24 hours was just enough time to have some fun family time and celebrate the man of the house. Watching him with this girls really fills my heart to capacity. He loves them more than anything, which makes me love him even more.

We had such a great time, we are headed back to the same resort in a few weeks. I’ll be sharing why it’s a great hotel for both adults and kids. Stay tuned!

Hannah Marie07/03/2018 8:35 am

We made it simple last father’s day. I made my husband a chocolate cake with mocha buttercream. And he loved it!

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Cristina Coroiu07/03/2018 5:43 am

Such a wonderful surprise. I think this is one of the reasons I would love to learn how to drive, to be able to “kidnap” my loved ones.

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Emma Riley07/03/2018 5:10 am

That is really a great surprise and it looks like a way to celebrate a Father’s Day. Us, we just hang out and eat in a restaurant with our relatives for our Father’s Day celebration.

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Victoria Shari | Arrow and Bliss07/03/2018 2:00 am

This is the absolute sweetest thing! I have to step my game up for Father’s Day next year.

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Marcie07/02/2018 11:40 pm

Oh what a great surprise! We spend the day with extended family and just hanging out together. Maybe next year I’ll try to pull off a surprise like this!

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Maysz07/02/2018 11:36 pm

Very nice surprise! it looks awesome! I like the food it makes me hungry! Thanks for sharing!

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Shannon Gurnee - Redhead Mom Blog07/02/2018 11:28 pm

What a fun surprise for your husband! I wish I could do a better job at keeping secrets. I get so excited about it and then end up telling. Ha ha!

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Karen Morse07/02/2018 10:37 pm

Awesome Father’s day surprise! I’m sure everyone had an amazing time especially since it was spent and celebrated at the beach! Loving the photos!

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Tamara07/02/2018 8:59 pm

How nice is that? I love a true surprise like this and those memories will last a lifetime. He looks so happy!

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Glenda Cates07/02/2018 8:25 pm

I would love to make an overnight trip somewhere soon. As for Father’s Day, we stayed home as hubby had to work and then my son took him out to dinner. Once home we watched movies together which was a beautiful day.

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Maria Magdalena07/02/2018 7:16 pm

How fun! Beach is always a great place to visit in summer. I love the hotel, it has windows and balcony to view the beach and feel the air.

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Gladys Parker07/02/2018 5:13 pm

That was a grand surprise for both Father’s Day and a birthday! The beach is an awesome place to spend quality family time. Your picnic was a great idea also right on the balcony overlooking the beach!

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tara pittman07/02/2018 4:37 pm

What a great surprise. My husband would love for me to surprise him like this.

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Reese Woods07/02/2018 4:12 pm

What a wonderful way to have a family day to celebrate dad! It looks like you guys have fun and made some great memories while you were at it!

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Rachel07/02/2018 3:56 pm

What an awesome surprise! I would LOVE to do this for my husband sometime!

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Tasheena07/02/2018 3:40 pm

This looks like a pretty amazing Father’s Day. What a wonderful surprise. It’s looks like a pretty amazing getaway too and the food looks delicious.

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Joan Cajic07/02/2018 3:29 pm

I could do with those caprese salad sandwiches right about now. They look so good, my hubby travelled during father’s day and so couldn’t really have anything planned on that day but made him great dinner when he got back.

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Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh07/02/2018 3:29 pm

It looks like y’all had a great Father’s Day! I would love to take my husband away for Father’s day, maybe next year!

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Amber Myers07/02/2018 3:23 pm

This is such a sweet surprise! I always love being near the beach. This sounds like a great Father’s Day.

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Ashley07/02/2018 2:59 pm

It looks like he had a great trip! We stayed around the house and just spoiled my awesome husband.

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Jeanette07/02/2018 2:27 pm

Now that sounds like it was an awesome surprise for him! I have been wanting to do that for my husband for quite a while. I need to do this for him. What a great idea

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Melissa Chapman07/02/2018 2:26 pm

Good foodand a fun family is all a dad needs on Father’s Day. It looks like you found the best beach front area to spend special times.

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Vanessa Palma07/02/2018 2:17 pm

Awww, it looks like you did a great job in surprising him with the perfect gift. Job well done!

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Jessica Joachim07/02/2018 1:48 pm

It looks like y’all had an amazing time! That shrimp looks delicious, and I am a sucker for the beach so it looks like a perfect day to me!

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Anosa07/02/2018 12:47 pm

What an incredible surprise and what a lovely father indeed, I am sure he enjoyed himself.

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Teresa07/02/2018 12:42 pm

What lovely surprise for your favorite guy. I like your picnic suggestions. Those sandwiches look so delicious. We did pretty much nothing for Father’s Day around here. I grilled out and the kiddos gave cards.

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robin rue07/02/2018 11:38 am

I love this!!! What an amazing surprise that was! My family would love to go to a place like this!

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candy07/02/2018 10:52 am

How thoughtful of you to book a weekend get a way just down the road. Bet the family was surprised and excited when you told them the news. Looks like a great time was enjoyed by everyone.

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Sarah Bailey07/02/2018 10:16 am

It sounds like super Dad really had an awesome Father’s Day to celebrate just how special he is! I love the beach you spent time at it seems like a little paradise all of your own.

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Alli Smith07/02/2018 9:58 am

What a wonderful surprise! I can imagine the look on your husband’s face was priceless! What an incredible hotel and beach! Looks like a really fun getaway!

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Terri Steffes07/02/2018 9:57 am

This is so awesome! I love it when a good surprise gets pulled off! My husband went to play golf with our son-in-law and when they returned, we surprised them with a water balloon fight!

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